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K Milne
PMD 1
Production Team Roles
Stage Manager
The Stage Manager is responsible for the running of the stage during
production. They are required to call for the cueing of lights, sounds, sets,
props, and actors during the show. The stage manager is constant
communication with the following departments.
· The Director
· The Actors
· The House Manager
· The Production Manager
· The Assistant Stage Manager
· The Running Crew
Starting salaries for assistant stage managers
range from £16,000 to £17,000, with deputy
stage managers earning slightly more. Regular
stage managers usually start around £20,000.
Range of typical salaries at senior level/with
experience, e.g. after 10 - 15 years in the role:
£20,000 - £40,000+.
Typical work activities for a Stage Manager:
Roles vary depending on the size and type of organisation, but the tasks stage managers will typically be
expected to carry out include:
setting up and running rehearsal schedules;
procuring all props, furniture and set dressings. In small companies, the theatre stage manager may also
assist in set construction;
arranging costume and wig fittings;
distributing information to other theatre departments;
managing the props and possibly the design budgets and liaising with the production manager regarding
costs;
supervising the 'get in' to the theatre, when the set, lighting and sound are installed, and the 'get out',
when all the equipment is removed;
compiling and operating prompt copy - also known as the 'prompt script' or 'the book' - which notes
actors' moves and the requirements for props, lighting and sound;
making changes to the set between scene changes, prompting actors and cueing technicians;
ensuring the company's welfare and maintaining a good working knowledge of all relevant health and
safety, legislation and good working practice;
running the backstage and onstage areas during performances;
liaising with the director, stage personnel and other technical departments, e.g. costume, lighting, sound;
calling actors for rehearsals and performances;
during a long run, maintaining and replacing props and costumes as required;
liaising with resident staff at other performance venues (if touring).
Assistant Stage Manager (ASM)
The Assistant Stage Manager provides assistance to the Stage Manager. The
support will be determined in concert with each other, and may specialize in any
of the production areas. Salary £15,000 +
Basic Job Description: The Assistant Stage
Manager does assist the Production Stage
Manager with all of their responsibilities. This
can include attending production meetings,
running rehearsals, clerical organization, and
insuring the smooth execution of the
performances.
The ASM is part of the management team of
the production. His or her behavior should
reflect this. The ASM should set an example
in punctuality and professionalism. It is
important that the ASM is flexible and will
take initiative. Because each production is
different, an ASM’s specific responsibilities
will change.
Theatre Director
A theatre director has responsibility for the overall practical and creative interpretation of a
dramatic script or musical score, taking into account the budgetary and physical constraints of
production. They are involved at all stages of the process, from the design and pre-production
stages and rehearsal right through to the final performance.
Directors work closely with their creative and production teams, the performers and the
producer to create a performance which connects with the audience. They therefore need to
be able to coordinate effectively across a wide range of disciplines and with artistic vision.
Most directors are usually employed on a freelance or fixed-term contract basis. They can also
be employed as artistic or resident directors in repertory companies. Some directors are also
writers, designers and performers and may write, devise, design and act in their own work.
Typical work activities
Most theatres are headed by an executive administrator or general manager answerable to
a board, a local council or both. Large theatres may also have an artistic director who selects
the plays to be produced in the theatre each season (and the director for each) and is
responsible for managing the company and its finances together with the administrator. In
the case of a small performing company, such as a touring fringe company or a theatre-ineducation group, the director may also act as administrator or producer.
Technical Director Salary. A Technical Director earns an average
salary of £57,530 per year. Most people in this job have more
than five years' experience in related jobs.
Production designer, theatre
Production designers are responsible for the visual concept of a film, television or
theatre production. They realise a design style for sets, locations, graphics, props,
lighting, camera angles and costumes, while working closely with the director and
producer.
Once the concept is decided, designers usually appoint and manage an art department,
which includes a design and construction team. They often form a strong partnership
with a particular director with whom they may work on many productions.
Designers tend to specialise in either film, television or theatre, although there may be
some overlap. In the theatre, production designers are also called stage or set
designers.
Lighting Board Operator
The light board operator is responsible for
operating the lighting control system for a
specific production.
The light board operator is responsible for
knowing how to turn on and boot up the
computer(s) used to control the lighting.
He/she must know some basic programming
commands. He/she participate in the light
check held before each performance.
The light board operator attends all technical
rehearsals and performances. Technical
Rehearsals usually begin the weekend before
opening. The entire weekend should be kept
clear. On performance days, the light board
operator’s call is usually 1 1/2 hour before
curtain time. He/she are expected to
participate in any strike following the closing
performance.
Average Light Board Operator Salaries. The average salary for light
board operator jobs is £27,433 a year. Average light board operator
salaries can vary greatly due to company, location, industry,
experience and benefits.
Sound Engineer
The sound engineer uses the sound equipment
to play back sound effects for a specific
production.
The average salary of an Audio Engineer is
£37,000. Salaries start from £14,180 and go up to
£67,840. Please note that the average salary for
an Audio Engineer may vary depending on several
factors, like level of education, amount of
experience, industry, company size and location.
The sound engineer is responsible for knowing how to use each piece of sound equipment
involved in the production. He/she must be able to create and maintain clear cue sheets.
There can be complicated sound effects, which require quick thinking and hand/eye
coordination.
The sound engineer attends all technical rehearsals and performances. Technical Rehearsals
usually begin the weekend before opening. The entire weekend should be kept clear. Some
productions may have complicated sound effects. For those shows, he/she should expect to
start even a week earlier than techs. On performance days, the sound engineer’s call is
usually 1 1/2 hour before curtain time. He/she are expected to participate in any strike
following the closing performance
Production Manager
What does a theatre Production Manager do?
The Production Manager ensures a project is
delivered on time and on budget. They are
exceptional problem solvers and forwardplanners - often having to strategies for every
conceivable pitfall!
A typical day involves emails and telephone
calls, dealing with queries, productions
meetings and going get ins and get outs if on
tour. Production Managers tend to move on to
bigger productions and work for bigger venues
as they develop their skills and experience.
The Average Salary of a production manager is
£35,000 - £55.000 a year
Responsibilities of the production Manager:
Oversee and coordinate all aspects of physical production and the production process.
Supervise and oversee all production staff and crew.
Organize and manage production design and scheduling and set rentals.
Provide cost estimates on designs submitted and account for commitments and expenditures in budgets
for materials and labor in scenic, stage, lighting, sound and special effects, capital equipment and other
special projects.
Establish technical schedules and coordinate all activities related to theater productions including
scenery construction, property construction, painting, maintenance and improvements.
Organising rehearsal props, sets and costumes.
Preparation of all show paperwork.
Video and music management and production for rehearsals and performances.
Develop equipment and procedures for stage effects and changeovers.
Coordinate and oversee the installation, maintenance and inventory of technical equipment and
facilities.
Assist in contracting dancers, choreographers and designers.
Facilitate communication between designers, directors and staff.
Maintain supervision of theatre use.
Manage carpentry, electrical and property staff.